I graduated from college almost a year ago, and to be honest, the past 11 months have been a blur.

While I'm no expert, I will say this: No matter how prepared you are, you will probably feel overwhelmed at some point, even by well-meaning advice — including the good but especially the bad.

Surprisingly, the best advice I've received in the past year has been to download certain apps that have made the transition a little less scary and a lot more manageable. These apps have helped me stay sane, motivated, productive, healthy, and more in my post-grad life. Even better, they're all free:

Take personality quizzes on Good & Co to find your professional strengths.

If you're feeling stuck in your job search, use AngelList to find companies interested in you.

If you're at all interested in working at a startup, you should definitely give AngelList a try. The app expedites the job search process by allowing you to swipe right on (i.e., express interest in) certain positions, matching you with companies that are also interested in you.

Not only did AngelList lead me to my last job, it was a refreshing way to find new opportunities after months of sending out cover letters. While it's currently only available as an app on iOS, you can access AngelList online.

Get your credit score for free, and track your spending, with a little help from Mint.

Thanks to Mint, I have my online shopping habit (somewhat) under control. I've used the app since my junior year in college to help me budget my money, track my spending habits, and pay important bills.

Any.do helps you stay organized and get more done every day.

Before I downloaded Any.do, I used to text myself a long, convoluted list of reminders, events, and appointments. So far, Any.do is the only to-do list that has kept me on top of my schedule, mostly because I can sync my data across both my phone and laptop.

If you're moving to a new city, use Citymapper to navigate the streets like a local.

Don't be that person who stands in the middle of the sidewalk.
Citymapper

Available in 39 cities so far, Citymapper helps you find the quickest way to get to your destination.

So what sets it apart from apps like Google Maps? Citymapper updates in real time, so you get accurate ETAs and alerts about unexpected delays or changes in service. It also factors in all travel options including subway, bus, rail, and ferry, plus bike and car sharing.

If you're living in or moving to New York City, use StreetEasy to find an apartment you can actually afford.

Finding an apartment in NYC can feel like a part-time job especially if you're looking during peak season (FYI: July, August, and September). Almost all my friends who live in NYC swear by StreetEasy which lets you find and apply for listings with the tap of a button.

Use TaskRabbit to find someone who will help you move, ship a package, build a table, and more.

Without TaskRabbit, I wouldn't have a bed frame. The app lets you find people nearby who help take care of everyday tasks for you. Just describe your task and schedule an appointment with someone from a vetted list of qualified "Taskers."

Acorns helps you make smart investments — and all you need to start is spare change.

Perfect if you know next to nothing about personal finance (like me).
Acorns

If the words "diversified portfolio," "bonds," and "stocks" fly right over your head, use Acorn to get a quick crash course in micro-investing.

The best part? Acorn is completely free for college students for up to four years from their date of registration. Otherwise, the app costs $1 per month for accounts less than $5,000 and 0.25% per year for accounts more than that.

With Pocket, you can read online articles even when you're not connected to the Internet.

If you're someone who constantly bookmarks articles you find interesting, you'll love Pocket. The app lets you download online articles to one place, so you can read them whenever and wherever you want.